1979 MG Special Midget. Convertible

The 1979 Midget Special has some upgrades that were not on it predecessors. It has an anti-roll bar to help with higher center of gravity. The A-Series engine was replaced by the 1493 cc unit from the Triumph Spitfire and a modified Morris Marina gearbox with synchromesh on all four gears. Although the horsepower ratings were similar (65 bhp – home market) the 1493 cc engine produced more torque. The increased output combined with taller gear ratios resulted in faster acceleration (12 seconds 0–60 compared to 13 for the 1275 cc version) and top speed of just over 100 mph. The last car was made on 7 December 1979. Some were titled as 1980s but 79 was that last year of production. The Special was signified by the luggage rack and the T Stripe that says Special in the stripe.

There are none of these left in this original condition with the T stripe intact as this one is. This care is in very good driving condition. The tires are great, he breaks are 90% the interior is almost perfect and the exterior is in very good shape for an original.

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